Description
This Zucchini Chicken Caprese is a quick, one-pan, 30-minute meal that combines tender seasoned chicken breast with sautéed zucchini, tomatoes, and melted mozzarella balls for a fresh and flavorful low-carb dinner perfect for any weeknight.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 medium zucchini diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1 large tomato diced
- 7 oz mozzarella balls
- 1/3 cup onion chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning divided
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with paprika, half of the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked through, then remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the Aromatics: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Zucchini: Add the diced zucchini to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes until it begins to soften.
- Add Tomatoes and Seasoning: Stir in the diced tomato, the remaining half of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes allowing the tomatoes to soften and release their juices.
- Combine Chicken and Vegetables: Return the cooked chicken to the pan and stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Add Mozzarella: Gently distribute the mozzarella balls evenly over the chicken and vegetables in the pan.
- Melt the Cheese: Cover the pan with a lid and cook for a few minutes until the mozzarella balls are melted and gooey.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with balsamic vinegar for a sweet and tangy twist. Serve hot straight from the pan.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella balls for best melting and flavor.
- Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option if preferred.
- For a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes along with the other seasonings.
- Fresh basil leaves add freshness; if unavailable, use dried basil but reduce quantity.
- Balsamic vinegar can be replaced with a balsamic glaze for a sweeter finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
